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Dolby Pro Logic II Effect

This function works only in Dolby Pro Logic MUSIC mode.

Press PL II MODE

1 button to select ‘MUSIC’ mode.

Press PL II EFFECT button

3 and then press Cursor , buttons to select the mode.

You can select between 0 and 7.

Press PL II EFFECT button

2 and then press Cursor , buttons to select the mode.

You can select either 0 or 1.

Press PL II EFFECT button

4 and then press Cursor , buttons to select the mode.

You can select between 0 and 6.

SETUP

Note

When playing a DVD disc encoded with two or more channels, multi-channel mode will be

 

selected automatically and

(Dolby Pro Logic II) button does not work.

PANORAMA: This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting "wraparound" effect with side wall imaging.

CENTER WIDTH: Sound is output to the center speaker only. The front left and right speakers produce phantom sound.

DIMENSION: Incrementally adjusts the sound field (DSP) from the front or rear.

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Samsung HT-DS690 Dolby Pro Logic II Effect, Press PL II Mode, Button to select ‘MUSIC’ mode, Press PL II Effect button

HT-DS690 specifications

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